How far is Laredo, TX from Dilley, TX?
The driving distance from Laredo, TX to Dilley, TX is about 84.8 miles (136.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.8 miles (133.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in La Salle County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laredo and Dilley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laredo and Dilley.
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Start on Matamoros Street
1544 ft · 46 sec · Matamoros Street
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Turn left onto San Dario Avenue
553 ft · 11 sec · San Dario Avenue
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
83.2 mi · 1 hr 26 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward Texas 85: Charlotte, Carrizo Springs, Crystal City
2240 ft · 48 sec
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Continue on I-35 Access Road East
107 m · 11 sec · I-35 Access Road East
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Turn right
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto South Main Street
11 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laredo and Dilley.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
83.2 mi · 01h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Laredo and Partly Sunny near Dilley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laredo to Dilley?
The road trip is about 84.8 miles (136.5 km) and usually takes 01h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Encinal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.5 miles from Laredo and 42.3 miles from Dilley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.8 miles (133.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.30 one way or $22.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Laredo and Partly Sunny near Dilley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laredo and Dilley. Straight-line distance: 82.81 mi (133.27 km).
#1 Laredo
The third most populous city in Texas and the center of the Laredo metropolitan area.
| Population | 263,640 |
| Coordinates | 27.5064100, -99.5075400 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dilley
City in Frio County, Texas, United States
| Population | 4,527 |
| Coordinates | 28.6674800, -99.1705900 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dilley (-99.17059, 28.66748)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 136 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $11.30 | $22.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.71 | $25.43 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $13.73 | $27.45 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $11.94 | $23.88 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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